It’s the middle of November and before we know it, we will be counting down the seconds to 2017. It’s hard to believe, but there are only another 7 weeks in this calendar year. If you need new orthotics, compression stockings or regular treatment, call now to book an appointment before your extended health benefit coverage for 2016 expires. We can quickly get you in for your assessment and keep your feet, knees, hips and back healthy!

Ashley is a Certified Athletic Therapist and a Registered Holistic Nutritionist. Ashley obtained her Bachelor of Applied Health Science (Athletic Therapy) at Sheridan College. Before attending Sheridan, she graduated from the University of Windsor with a Bachelor of Human Kinetics specializing in Movement Science. She continued her education at the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition where she earned a diploma in Natural Nutrition.

Ashley is very passionate about sport and physical activity, and has always had a compelling interest in injury prevention and rehabilitation. She has worked with a full spectrum of athletes providing on-site medical coverage as well as injury management and rehabilitation. Throughout her career, Ashley has had the opportunity to work with the Pan American Games, Team BC, Ryerson Rams, Sheridan Bruins and many more.

Ashley believes that the key to rapid recovery from injury includes combining a balance between manual therapy and exercise prescription as well as practicing a healthy lifestyle.

Please join us in Welcoming Ashley Reece to the clinic. Call to book your Athletic Therapy treatment today! 905-667-1222.

]]>http://www.activebodyclinic.com/blog/happy-st-patricks-day/feed/0Spring is around the corner….http://www.activebodyclinic.com/blog/spring-is-around-the-corner/
http://www.activebodyclinic.com/blog/spring-is-around-the-corner/#respondWed, 24 Feb 2016 17:59:18 +0000http://www.activebodyclinic.com/blog/?p=386March is less than a week away, which means spring will soon be upon us! Injuries are common in the spring as we get outside and more active again, but the right equipment can help you stay healthy. Check your running shoes, orthotics, and other outdoor athletic gear before the temperature goes up and you get out there in full force. If you need new orthotics or advisement on running shoes and/or other equipment, just give us a call!
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http://www.activebodyclinic.com/blog/snow-shoveling-and-your-back/#commentsTue, 16 Feb 2016 16:35:01 +0000http://www.activebodyclinic.com/blog/?p=382Just a reminder on this snowy day to be cautious when shoveling snow!
Here are some tips:
1. Don’t wait for the snow to finish falling – smaller loads are easier.
2. Use your knees, don’t just bend at the waist.
3. Avoid bending and twisting your back. Many people bend forward to scoop the snow, then twist their back as they dump the snow. Use your knees to scoop, and move your feet to turn and dump the snow.
4. Keep the heavy load closer to your body to reduce strain on your spine.
5. Remember to salt slippery areas to reduce the chance of falls.
6. Ask for help if you need it, and consult your doctor before you shovel if you have any other health concerns.

Stay safe!

]]>http://www.activebodyclinic.com/blog/snow-shoveling-and-your-back/feed/1Tips to stay on top of your New Years Resolutionshttp://www.activebodyclinic.com/blog/tips-to-stay-on-top-of-you-new-years-resolutions/
http://www.activebodyclinic.com/blog/tips-to-stay-on-top-of-you-new-years-resolutions/#respondMon, 11 Jan 2016 16:43:57 +0000http://www.activebodyclinic.com/blog/?p=378Whether it’s a new diet, a new exercise program, or a new healthy lifestyle, many of us have committed to a New Years Resolution.

We hope at this point everyone is still on track, but how can we avoid slipping out of these good habits?

Here are 3 easy tips:

1. Use technology – our cell phones and other smart devices have calendars and reminder-systems built into them. Set reminders to achieve your goals and hold yourself accountable

2. Partner up – see if a friend or family member has a similar new years resolution. You can both be motivators and hold each other accountable.

3. Be internally motivated – external motivation can be fleeting. If the motivation comes from within, it should serve you better in reaching your goals. Choose priorities like health and wellness, over aesthetics and/or a number on a scale. The latter items disappear once the goal is reached, and maintenance is just as important as getting there in the first place.

]]>http://www.activebodyclinic.com/blog/tips-to-stay-on-top-of-you-new-years-resolutions/feed/0Fitness goals for 2016http://www.activebodyclinic.com/blog/fitness-goals-for-2016/
http://www.activebodyclinic.com/blog/fitness-goals-for-2016/#respondTue, 29 Dec 2015 16:05:43 +0000http://www.activebodyclinic.com/blog/?p=370As we approach the beginning of a new year, it’s time to evaluate how we are doing with our fitness. Maintaining and improving our fitness in the winter can be more of a challenge, however there are many ways to work on your fitness in your own home.

If you are having any aches/pains that are preventing you from reaching your fitness goals, give us a call so we can sort them out. We can also provide you with a home exercise program so that you can work on your fitness right at home!

With the busy Christmas rush behind us, this is the best time to focus on your fitness – new year, fresh start!!

]]>http://www.activebodyclinic.com/blog/happy-holidays/feed/0December is here!http://www.activebodyclinic.com/blog/december-is-here/
http://www.activebodyclinic.com/blog/december-is-here/#respondTue, 01 Dec 2015 17:22:39 +0000http://www.activebodyclinic.com/blog/?p=359Do you have extended health benefits for physiotherapy, chiropractic, massage and/or orthotics/braces that you haven’t used for 2015? Now is the time to address those nagging aches/pains and use your coverage for 2015 before January. Please call to book so we can help get you feeling good before Christmas!
]]>http://www.activebodyclinic.com/blog/december-is-here/feed/0NEW AT ACTIVE BODY CLINIChttp://www.activebodyclinic.com/blog/new-at-active-body-clinic/
http://www.activebodyclinic.com/blog/new-at-active-body-clinic/#respondTue, 24 Nov 2015 17:39:49 +0000http://www.activebodyclinic.com/blog/?p=357Our wall dedicated to our ABC sponsored teams!

One of our young athletes happened to find himself on our wall only days after hanging up the plaques!
Next time you are here for a visit, see if you can find yourself or one of your children on the wall in our waiting area.